Birdwatching at Sommen, Sweden

Sommen is one of Sweden's clearest lakes, on the border between Östergötland and Jönköping. Black-throated Diver breeds along the lake's shores and Osprey is common. Common Sandpiper is seen along the shoreline and White-tailed Eagle visits regularly.

Details

  • Country: Sweden
  • Region: Jönköping, Tranås
  • Best time: May–September
  • Species recorded: 180

Top species

  • Black-throated Loon
  • Osprey
  • Common Sandpiper
  • White-tailed Eagle
  • Red-throated Loon

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